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NEWS
Kenya Power warns over-reliance on renewables is pushing up electricity costs
Kenya Power has called for a more balanced approach to onboarding variable renewable energy sources, warning that wind and solar intermittency is undermining grid reliability and driving up electricity costs. The utility said VREs currently account for 34 percent of the energy mix during peak demand of 1,900MW, and 36 percent during low demand of 1,200MW. This exposes the national…
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MOBILITY
Kenya Power’s EV Charging Revenue Hits KES 382 Million
Kenya Power has recorded cumulative revenue of KES 382 million (approximately US$2.9 million) from electric vehicle charging over the past 34 months, as electricity sales to the e-mobility sector grew more than 113-fold between July 2023 and April 2026. Monthly EV charging revenue rose from KES 873,907 (roughly US$6,700) in July 2023 to a peak of KES 35 million (US$271,000)…
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ENERGY
Kenya Power completes KSh 22m project to stabilize power supply in Kitui, Machakos
Kenya Power has completed a KSh 22 million inter-connector line between Kitui and Machakos counties, a move set to improve the stability of electricity supply for thousands of residents, businesses, and institutions. The new line will directly benefit customers around South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU), as well as the Kwavonza and Katangini areas, by providing a more reliable power source.…
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The GreenShift Podcast | Inside Kenya Power’s Grid & Innovation Conference 2025
In this episode of The GreenShift Podcast, we take you inside the 2nd Grid & Innovation Conference 2025, where Kenya Power brought together more than 400 industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and energy experts under the theme “Accelerating Innovation for Business Sustainability.” From breakthrough technologies and renewable energy solutions to conversations on powering the future of business and sustainability, we unpack…
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ENERGY
Kenya Power Hosts 2nd Grid & Innovation Conference 2025
Kenya Power has officially kicked off its 2nd Grid and Innovation Conference 2025, a forum aimed at driving transformative solutions to address emerging challenges in the energy sector. The three-day conference, themed “Accelerating Innovation for Business Sustainability,” has drawn more than 400 participants, including industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and Kenya Power employees. “At Kenya Power, our mandate goes beyond keeping…
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MOBILITY
Kenya Power Plans to Build 45 EV Charging Stations Across Six Counties
Kenya Power has announced plans to install 45 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across six counties within the next 12 months. The stations will be installed in Nairobi, Nyeri, Kisumu, Eldoret, Nakuru, Mombasa and Taita Taveta counties, as part of efforts to accelerate the country’s shift towards sustainable transportation. “Kenya Power is committed to enable the country’s transition to electric…
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MOBILITY
Inside Kenya Power’s Commitment to Electric Mobility
Kenya Power has recently been stepping up efforts to increase the uptake of electric vehicles and motorbikes in the country (eMobility). In line with its commitment to sustainable energy and green mobility solutions, the company announced in April last year an investment of up to KShs. 258 million over a three-year period to support the uptake of electric mobility in…
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Kenya Power launches new sustainability strategy
Kenya Power sustainability strategy: Kenya Power has officially launched its Sustainability Strategy that will provide a roadmap for the entrenchment of sustainable business operations within the Company. The Strategy will drive the implementation of measures to reduce environmental carbon footprint, prioritisation of inclusivity and well-being of the Company’s stakeholders, responsible utilization of resources, and upholding of corporate and ethical practices. The…
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ENERGY
Kenya Power Announces Kshs.30 Billion in Net Profit For The Financial Year 2023/24
Kenya Power recorded a KShs.30 billion net profit for the year ended 30th June 2024. The improved profitability was mainly supported by growth in revenue from electricity sales as well as decreased finance costs due to the strengthening of the Kenya Shilling against major global currencies. During the year, electricity sales increased by 21% to KShs.231.12 billion from KShs.190.98 billion…
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ENERGY
Kenya’s renewable-energy boom is creating a bigger market for locally made power equipment
SBM Bank Kenya has committed $17 million to Safer Power Group to expand local manufacturing of electrical equipment used in renewable energy and power infrastructure, strengthening Kenya’s capacity to supply components for the region’s growing clean energy market. The financing will support the development of a new manufacturing facility and expand production of switchboards, control panels, distribution boards, meter boards,…
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